- present participle of contrast.
contrasting
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She also offers classes in darning using contrasting vibrant colours that celebrate, rather than disguise, the repair.
From BBC ● Oct. 30, 2026
The title is adapted by people who have never set eyes on the book to describe unpredictable behavior or contrasting appearances.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 16, 2026
The contrasting results could help explain why earlier studies examining the brains of people with depression have sometimes reached conflicting conclusions.
From Science Daily ● Oct. 9, 2026
Different rooms are said to explore contrasting sensations, with some emphasizing touch, sound or visuals.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 30, 2026
Ned Moffat had just married Sallie Gardiner, and Meg couldn’t help contrasting their fine house and carriage, many gifts, and splendid outfit with her own, and secretly wishing she could have the same.
From "Little Women" by Louisa May Alcott
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